Gotland Runic Inscription 181, Viking Age runic inscription at Sanda Church, Sweden
The stone inscription features detailed carvings of three Norse gods Odin, Thor, and Freyr, each holding their characteristic weapons and attire.
Discovered in 1863 within the churchyard of Sanda church, this runestone represents a significant example of the Ringerike style from the Viking period.
The inscription includes three personal names with the element 'bjorn', meaning bear, carved in younger futhark script on the stone surface.
The runestone resides in the Swedish Museum of National Antiquities, which maintains regular opening hours for visitors interested in Norse artifacts.
The upper panel displays three figures alongside a large bird, possibly a crane or goose, bending its head over the figure of Freyr.
Location: Sanda District
GPS coordinates: 57.42930,18.22324
Latest update: March 3, 2025 21:20
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